Dental Assistant Course Details

Curriculum and Student Resources

Charlotte Dental Assistant School's mission is to provide our students with a comprehensive education covering all of the topics and procedures they will encounter in their new careers. Topics covered in our course include

Sterilization and Infection Control

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Moisture Control

Dental Anatomy and Physiology

Radiology

Charting

Dental Instruments

Restorative Techniques

Proper Oral Hygiene

Preventative Care (including sealants)

Procedural Post-Operative Instructions

CPR, Pain Management, and More

Dental Assistant Externship

Charlotte Dental Assistant School 40-hour externship program provides our students with the real-world experience they need to become confident and qualified dental assistants. The externship portion of our course allows our students the opportunity to work under the direct guidance of experienced dental professionals in a local dental office. Students are eligible to begin their externships after class 6. Although we encourage our students to find their own externships, our Student Success Specialists are here to help our students identify potential opportunities in the area and assist with applications.

Required Reading

You are required to either purchase or rent the Essentials of Dental Assisting textbook for class. ElSevier can take 3-4 weeks to ship, whereas Amazon offers faster shipping. You may purchase (or rent) your books elsewhere as long as it is the same edition used in the course.

What Do I Get After Graduation?

We are licensed and regulated by the North Carolina State Board of Community Colleges, so you will receive your BLS certification and a Certificate of Completion to be a Dental Assistant I. While North Carolina does not have a state exam to be a dental assistant, dental assistants must take a NC Board of Dental Examiners approved course and pass its final examination to be able to perform radiography. Our course meets this requirement.